The Best DH in Baseball
posted: May 02, 2023.

Oh, wait—did you think we meant Designated Hitter? Oh, no, we’re not getting into that debate! What we want to talk about is the best Dental Habits you can practice Read more
Dental Fear in Children: Brought on by parents?
posted: Apr. 25, 2023.

A study conducted in Washington State in 2004 and another conducted in Madrid, Spain in 2012 both reported findings that support a direct relationship between parents’ dental fear and their Read more
Earth Day
posted: Apr. 18, 2023.

The idea for Earth Day was the brainchild of Gaylord Nelson, a senator from Wisconsin. He envisioned an Earth Day that would be a kind of environmental teach-in. The first Read more
Brushing Your Toddler’s Teeth
posted: Apr. 11, 2023.

At Powell & Udrys Dentistry, we know that brushing your toddler’s teeth can be an intimidating prospect. So we’re providing a few tips in the hope of making the process Read more
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month
posted: Apr. 04, 2023.

What is oral cancer? April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. If you have been putting off a visit to our SALINE, Michigan office, now is an excellent time to schedule Read more
Nutrition Tips for Healthy Kids’ Smiles
posted: Mar. 28, 2023.

The grown-ups in your life want you to have a healthy, happy smile. That’s why they help you brush and floss, and make sure you come see the doctor for Read more
Can my child really avoid tooth decay?
posted: Mar. 21, 2023.

Great question! Yes, in fact, tooth decay is preventable! Decay, which is caused by sugars left in your child’s mouth, can turn into an acid, which in turn can break Read more
St. Patrick's Day
posted: Mar. 14, 2023.

On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who Read more
Are your teeth ready for the big day?
posted: Mar. 07, 2023.

Capturing the Moment At Powell & Udrys Dentistry we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important the Read more
My child has autism. What should we expect at your office?
posted: Feb. 28, 2023.

At Powell & Udrys Dentistry, we know that as many as one in 88 children today have some form of autism, a complex brain disorder that affects a child's ability Read more
I have sensitive teeth. What are my options?
posted: Feb. 21, 2023.

At Powell & Udrys Dentistry, we have patients coming in asking us why a taste of ice cream or a sip of coffee becomes a painful experience, or why brushing Read more
The Start of Valentine’s Day
posted: Feb. 14, 2023.

Valentine’s Day, also known as Saint Valentine’s Day, has been said to originate with a Catholic priest named Valentine several thousand year ago. Valentine defied the emperor at the time Read more
Understanding Cavities
posted: Feb. 07, 2023.

Getting a cavity seems like delayed punishment for eating that special dessert every weekend or for the few days you forgot to floss. When you are doing everything right with Read more
How does whitening toothpaste work and how effective it is at whitening teeth?
posted: Jan. 31, 2023.

Brushing your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste that has the American Dental Association seal of approval can help prevent tooth decay and relieve other conditions, such as bad Read more
Should Adults Continue Fluoride Treatments?
posted: Jan. 24, 2023.

Many adults wonder if they should continue to receive fluoride treatments. Our team at Powell & Udrys Dentistry wants to set the record straight about the usefulness of fluoride treatment Read more
When Is a “Cavity” Not a Cavity?
posted: Jan. 17, 2023.

Is this a trick question? After all, you probably already know quite a lot about cavities: It all begins when bacteria-filled plaque sticks to teeth and starts to attack enamel. How? Because Read more